Counselor - SPUR Youth Sport Camps (HES-CHHS)
About The Position
Youth Sport Camps Counselors help lead fun, active summer programs across a variety of sports and activities. Counselors are selected for their coaching skills, sports knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication to making a positive impact on kids. They guide daily camp activities, support camper safety and enjoyment, and contribute to a caring, energetic team focused on creating a memorable summer experience for every child. YSC SPUR Camps run June 1–August 14 (no camps the week of June 29) at the Johnson Recreation Center and CSU Spur campus. Counselors may work 40hrs/week, must be available M – F from 9:30am – 5:30pm It is not necessary to work every week, but full weeks are required As a staff member with CSU Youth Sport Camps, you will be acting as a mandated reporter. This position requires, by law, the reporting of any suspected incidents of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities
Requirements
- Demonstrate knowledge of specific sports or movement
- Demonstrate integrity, honesty, dependability, responsibility
- Ability to actively participate and engage with campers in all activities.
- Able to stand and walk on uneven outdoor terrain for extended periods.
- Comfortable in the water; must provide active supervision during pool sessions.
- Sufficient mobility to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, crouch, and climb when assisting campers and setting up equipment.
- Capacity to maintain high energy, enthusiasm, and alertness throughout the day.
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Experiences that would qualify you to work in each of the YSC camps
- Previous experience working with school-aged children
- CPR and First aid certification
Nice To Haves
- Playing or coaching experience in specific sport(s) or movement
- Work cohesively with other camp counselors
- Use available resources to manage campers and situations
- Demonstrate situational judgement, motivate and encourage participation to work towards a shared purpose
Responsibilities
- Guide daily camp activities
- Support camper safety and enjoyment
- Contribute to a caring, energetic team focused on creating a memorable summer experience for every child.
- Management of camp including creating camp itinerary, organizing equipment, running drills and games or matches, monitoring campers
- Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, and communicate changes in work schedule
Benefits
- Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
- With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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